Poofikami own hands: master class

Soft ottoman is a comfortable attribute of furniture of small sizes, which often is an ornament of a drawing room or a bedroom. Successfully selected padded stools can give the interior a bright accent. The ottoman perfectly performs the function of a comfortable stool in front of the toilet mirror in the bedroom and is a comfortable footing. More rigid frame models are able to act as small coffee tables. Upholstery puffy is selected in accordance with the style of the room.

Types of poufs

Externally, the ottoman is a small-sized seat with and without legs. In furniture stores there is a huge number of variations of puffs of different colors, sizes and characteristics. But if you want, you can also make it yourself. To do this, do not need professional design skills, just having the skillful hands and imagination to create its own unique puff.

Depending on its design, the pouffes are divided into the following types:

• frameless, that is, soft and capable of changing its shape pouffes;
• with a frame made of wood or plywood. Such pouffes are more durable and durable.

How the classic ottoman looks like you can see on the photo:

Pouf forms

By external characteristics and forms, the puffs are divided into three types. These are:

• pouffes on legs;
• cylindrical shape;
• ottoman with backrest. Outwardly resembles a mini-chair, it is based on a wooden frame. Such an ottoman with legs is made;
• convertible poufs. The space inside such a pouffe serves as a place for storing slippers or a blanket.

Padding upholstery

The external aesthetics of the soft stand directly depend on the quality of the upholstery. This indicator is affected not only by the smooth seams, but also by the color and quality of the material used. For padding upholstery, you can use:

• velvet fabrics, velvet, tapestry and jacquard. In addition, such puffs look beautiful;
• genuine leather or imitation leather. Leather padding will bring your interior solidity. But one must be prepared for the fact that, over time, padding from leatherette can crack;
• fur. It is recommended to use high-quality fur, the nap of which will not remain on the clothes;
• knitted upholstery. You can independently make a practical and original cover for puffin with all sorts of knitting styles.

Fillers for padders

There is a great variety of different fillers for padded stools and frames. When manufacturing the puffin yourself, you can use such fillers:

• coconut fiber. Rather hard and durable material, which is extracted from coconuts. You should choose a quality filler that does not contain additional impregnations;
• non-woven fabric. This durafil is an elastic material based on polyester. Easily restores its shape after a load. Sold in the form of layers and well suited for filling seats pouffes, armchairs and stools. In the dyurafil, mites and other insects do not appear;
• holofiber. Often used in the manufacture of upholstered furniture. Ecologically clean material, does not cause allergic reactions and does not vaporize harmful impurities in the air;
• sintepon. Elastic and environmentally friendly material. Keeps its shape and is ideal for filling upholstered furniture. Does not absorb moisture;
• polyurethane foam. Has the properties of increased wear resistance. As a filler for seats is characterized by maximum comfort. Restores the old form and does not press;
• beads of polystyrene. Suitable for filling soft pouffes or bag pouffes.

Advantages of poufs

Today cumbersome furniture is no longer relevant, manufacturers modernize their technologies and make furniture more functional. In comparison with conventional chairs, ottomans have a number of advantages such as:

• compact size;
• multifunctionality. They can serve as an armchair, a stool, a pedestal, a stand and a coffee table;
• attractive appearance and simple design.

An ottoman for the hallway with their own hands

A mobile ottoman on wheels is suitable for the hallway. Sitting on it, it's easy to take off your shoes and move it conveniently in case of need. Before you make an ottoman yourself, you need to take care of the tools.

Tools and materials

For work you will need:

• 4 wheels, withstanding more than 80 kg;
• metal corners for furniture;
• plywood sheet 15 mm thick;
• linoleum, section measuring 3,5х9,6 cm;
• cloth. A circle with a diameter of 4.2 cm and a piece of 1.2 x 0.5 m;
• packing of self-tapping screws( 4х13);
• foam rubber as filler( thickness 4.5 cm).Cut out a circle with a diameter of 3.9 cm and a rectangle - 1.2 m by 3.5 cm;
• glue PVA;
• fret saw;
• screwdriver;
• ruler, pencil, compasses.

Manufacturing technology

The drawing below shows the dimensions of parts that need to be cut from a plywood sheet. Try to keep the jigsaw at right angles so that the future ottoman is stable.

1. First of all, sew a fabric cover. You can order its manufacture from a specialist, but if you know how to handle a sewing machine, then sew yourself. At the bottom of the cover, pass the shoelace for later tightening it on the finished frame.
2. The plywood base for the puff is fastened by means of screws screwed to the metal corners. This is shown in the figure.
3. Then attach a linoleum to the plywood frame. To each edge of the plywood, screw it with three screws.
4. Foam rubber sheets adhere to linoleum. First, glue the side surfaces of the pouffe, then the top side. When the foam is adhered and dries, turn it over and attach the four wheels.

1. The frame of the puff is ready, it remains only to put a cover on it. Do not tighten the cord, as from time to time you will have to remove the cover for washing.

Homemade ottoman for the hallway is ready.

Puff from the car tire

This ottoman can serve you for a long time as a coffee table. Its manufacture does not require large expenditures, since practically the whole set of tools can be assembled in a home workshop.

Tools and materials

You will need:

• car tire;
• 2 equal circles of plywood or MDF.Thickness - 6 mm, diameter - 55 cm;
• self-tapping screws;
• perforator;
• glue;
• woven rope 5 m long, about 10 mm thick;
• scissors;
• varnish.

Stages of manufacture

First prepare the tire. Under running water, rinse it and dry it. Only after this, start to work.

1. Prepared a circle of MDF, put on the tire and a puncher, make it 3 holes for self-tapping screws. Try to make the punch penetrate into the rubber.
2. Screw in all three holes with a screwdriver. Turn the tire over and do the same on the other side.
3. Now go to the design of the puff. For this, glue the end of the rope in the center of the circle from the MDF.
4. With one hand, hold the rope in the center, and the second, continue to glue the rope in a circle. Do not forget to use glue before each turn.
5. After the entire MDF surface has been covered, just as well coat the side surfaces of the tire with a rope. Turn it over and wrap it until you reach the edge of the second circle.
6. When the entire tire surface is pasted, gently trim the rest of the rope.
7. The final step is the application of lacquer. Using a brush, cover the entire wound surface of the tire and wait for some time until the coating dries completely. Homemade ottoman from the bus is ready.

Puffer made from plastic bottles

There is no more suitable method for disposing of garbage than its practical application. In this case we are talking about plastic bottles. From this recyclable material you can make anything, starting from a vase for flowers, ending with an original chandelier. We suggest that you use plastic bottles to create a puff. Stock up on bottles with covers and get to work.

Tools and materials

To make an ottoman you will need:

• approximately 40 plastic bottles of the same size;
• cardboard three-layer;
• scissors;
• adhesive tape;
• sintepon;
• needle and thread;
• fabric for finishing the puffin;
• yarn of different colors;
• knitting needles.

Manufacturing technology

It should be noted that such an ottoman can not stand and break under heavy weight, so do not stand on it with your feet.

1. 40 bottles with twisted lids connect each other with adhesive tape so that the empty space was as small as possible.
2. The result is a skeleton for puff. By the diameter of its circumference, cut out two circles of cardboard. Each circle with adhesive tape is attached from both sides of the bottle frame, providing it with a flat top and bottom.
3. From the synthepone cut the pads for the puff: first 2 upper circles, then - a rectangle for wrapping the frame of plastic bottles.
4. When the pads are cut, place them on the frame and sew together with threads.
5. Then the cover is made. To do this, cut out the necessary parts from the fabric and sew them.
6. Put the cover on the synthetic padding. If desired, you can tie an ottoman with colored yarn.

As a result, you will get an original ottoman, externally no different from a puff with a wooden frame. Our homemade ottoman is lightweight and mobile. You can use it as a stool and as a tray stand.

You can see all the details of manufacturing the puffin with your hands on video.